Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Employer: Aerotek. **Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Job Description** The Maintenance Technician performs both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on keeping production equipment running safely and efficiently through preventative and reactive maintenance, while supporting operators with equipment setup and changeovers. **Responsibilities** + Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure consistent operation. + Troubleshoot and repair a wide range of equipment, including gearboxes, conveyors, mixers, chillers, proofers, ovens, and baggers. + Work safely with electrical systems up to 480V, following all applicable safety procedures and standards. + Rewire, replace, and install motors, including three-phase AC and DC motors, as needed to support production. + Assist machine operators with equipment setup, adjustments, and changeovers to support smooth production transitions. + Perform basic welding and fabrication tasks to repair or modify equipment components. + Maintain approximately a 60/40 split between mechanical and electrical work, adapting to the needs of the operation. + Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve issues. + Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including cylinders, valves, and related components. + Diagnose and repair components such as bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, and related mechanical assemblies. + Work with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and PLC-controlled equipment to support troubleshooting and repairs. + Assist with PLC troubleshooting on industrial control systems, including Allen-Bradley platforms, to identify control-related issues. + Support a GMP-style production environment by maintaining equipment cleanliness and reliability in accordance with plant standards. + Collaborate with a team of maintenance technicians and pro